The committee reviewed the findings from prior studies before making their decision.
synonyms
previousearlierformer
word origin — Middle English, from Latin 'prior', meaning 'former, preceding, superior'
prior, inherent, inordinate, legitimate, jubilant: meanings and examples
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prior · adjective/ˈpraɪər/
existing or occurring before something else
The committee reviewed the findings from prior studies before making their decision.
Synonyms: previous, earlier, former
Origin: Middle English, from Latin 'prior', meaning 'former, preceding, superior'
inherent · adjective/ɪnˈhɛrənt/
existing in something as a permanent and inseparable element or quality
Risk is an inherent aspect of investing in the stock market.
Synonyms: intrinsic, innate, built-in
Origin: from Latin 'inhaerentem', the present participle of 'inhaerere' meaning 'to adhere to, be inherent'.
inordinate · adjective/ɪnˈɔrdɪnɪt/
exceeding reasonable limits or excessive
The project faced inordinate delays due to unforeseen circumstances, much longer than anyone had anticipated.
Synonyms: excessive, exorbitant, immoderate
Origin: Middle English, from Latin 'inordinatus', meaning 'disordered, irregular', from 'in-' meaning 'not' + 'ordinatus', past participle of 'ordinare' meaning 'to arrange'.
legitimate · adjective/ləˈdʒɪtəmət/
conforming to established rules, principles, or standards
She presented a legitimate claim for her insurance, backed by all the necessary documentation.
Synonyms: lawful, valid, allowable
Origin: from Latin 'legitimus', meaning 'lawful, rightful'
jubilant · adjective/ˈdʒuː.bɪ.lənt/
feeling or expressing great happiness and joy
The jubilant crowd cheered loudly as the team scored the winning goal.
Synonyms: elated, joyful, ecstatic
Origin: from Latin 'jubilans', the present participle of 'jubilare' which means 'to shout for joy'